About...Further inland
than its much larger neighbor Miami to the south, the city of
Pembroke Pines has seen extensive growth as Floridians seek
shelter from the storm. Since 1999, with every hurricane, the
city has seen rapid gains in its population.

With all the rapid
growth, Pembroke Pines has had to concentrate on its
infrastructure. It now boasts one of the best school systems in
the country being ranked, For the Second Time, as the best Place
to Raise Your Kids in Florida by Business Week magazine.
Similarly, the city dealt with a other pressing issues such as
redesigning the “most dangerous intersection in the
country.”

In the 21st century,
Pembroke Pines has developed into a large, spread-out, suburban
city with a small town feel. The downtown area has a multitude
of shops and restaurants and has a pace of life ideal for
couples and families. For those who crave a little more
excitement, the city of Miami is just a short drive
away.